Police have alleged that Mozammel Haque, president of the Bangabandhu Foundation, financed the egg attack on NCP leader Akhtar Hossain.

On Thursday, investigators sought a 10-day remand for former MP Kabirul Haque Mukti and Mozammel Haque in connection with a Gulshan anti-terror case.

According to IO Abdus Salam, Mozammel transferred money via bKash to fund the New York attack. “They are engaged in activities to destabilize the country and disrupt law and order,” he said.

Public Prosecutor Omar Faruk added: “The accused operated WhatsApp and Messenger groups to coordinate anti-government activities. Mukti played a behind-the-scenes role. Police have been monitoring them and arrested them after identification.”

Battery-powered rickshaw drivers, owners, and workers staged demonstrations in Sylhet on Thursday demanding permits to operate legally.

Gathering at Chowhatta Alia Madrasa grounds, protesters marched toward the Deputy Commissioner’s office. Along the way, some agitated workers vandalized vehicles, including a city corporation car, and threw bricks at Nagar Bhaban, escalating tensions.

Chanting slogans like “Give us permits” and “Don’t starve the poor,” they later submitted a memorandum demanding approval for their livelihoods.

Police, however, continue crackdowns on unauthorized vehicles, with more than 100 seized in the last three days. Drivers allege they are being left destitute without permits, urging authorities to reconsider.

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has said India’s dissatisfaction with last year’s student-led uprising has strained bilateral ties.

Speaking to U.S. South and Central Asia envoy Sergio Gore, Yunus claimed Indian media spread “false propaganda” portraying the mass protests as an Islamist movement. “Many fake reports came from India, worsening the situation,” he added.

Yunus also noted: “India gave shelter to Sheikh Hasina, who is creating problems. This has further fueled tensions between the two countries. Because of India, SAARC remains stalled.”

He expressed interest in Bangladesh joining ASEAN as an alternative regional bloc.

The government is borrowing $1.06 billion under stringent repayment terms to fund seven major projects.

At a recent ERD meeting chaired by the finance adviser, ministries presented 36 foreign loan-dependent projects, including those tied to Chinese funding. Of these, seven received preliminary approval despite being classified as “hard-term loans” with higher, market-based interest rates and shorter grace periods.

Officials noted such loans are often unavoidable, particularly for vital imports and energy infrastructure, where concessional loans are unavailable. With easy credit from institutions like the World Bank and ADB declining, Bangladesh is increasingly turning to costlier borrowing options.

The Ministry of Tourism has announced that Saint Martin’s Island will reopen for visitors starting November 1.

Secretary Nasreen Jahan said a daily quota of 2,000 tourists will be allowed. However, for the first two months, visitors will only be permitted day trips. Overnight stays will be allowed in January and February.

Tourism and Aviation Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin added that a new tourism policy is underway to ensure sustainable growth. On Shahjalal International Airport’s third terminal, he said: “The government has invested Tk 21,000 crore. We are working relentlessly to launch it as soon as possible.”

Chief Election Commissioner A. M. M. Nasir Uddin said the Shapla (water lily) symbol was first requested by Nagorik Oikyot but was not allotted to them; later the NCP sought the Shapla, but the symbol has not been granted to anyone. The CEC dismissed claims that he viewed a statement by NCP leader Sarjis Alam as a threat, saying politicians often make many remarks and the election administration will continue its duties. He pledged to use maximum effort to ensure a level playing field for elections and reiterated that preparations for a February poll are well underway. According to the constitution and RPO, proportional representation (PR) voting is not currently permitted; adopting PR would require constitutional and RPO changes. The CEC said a decision on registration of new political parties will be made within days as verification continues.

Chief Adviser Dr. Yunus expressed optimism that major political parties will soon sign a “July Charter” addressing core constitutional and political reforms. He said the reforms aim foremost to prevent the rise of another autocrat in Bangladesh. Following talks with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the two leaders discussed several important issues; Dr. Yunus expressed deep sorrow over the floods in Pakistan that killed more than one thousand people. He said Bangladesh is preparing to hold national elections in February and hopes that the substantial reforms proposed by 11 national commissions will pave the way for meaningful political transformation. Shehbaz Sharif extended an invitation to Dr. Yunus to visit Pakistan before the interim government’s term ends.

Agricultural Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury asserted there is no shortage of fertilizer anywhere in the country, saying all syndicates have been dismantled and promising that prices will not increase while he remains in office. He announced the formation of a national committee to develop fertilizer policy and said major changes are being made to dealership arrangements. He added that ongoing gas shortages will not affect fertilizer production and that outstanding fertilizer liabilities totaling BDT 20,691 crore have been cleared.

Chowdhury also noted that although potato production is high this year, farmers are not receiving fair prices; the government is seeking to raise potato prices to protect growers’ interests. He said Bangladesh has exported mangoes to China for the first time and that jackfruit exports will begin next year.

A half-day road blockade is underway in Khagrachhari, called by Jumma students and local residents demanding justice for the rape of a schoolgirl.

The protest began at 6 AM Thursday and will continue until noon. Members of the Hill Students’ Council, Hill Women’s Federation, and Democratic Youth Forum set up blockades at several points, including Chengi Bridge, burning tires and staging pickets.

The shutdown has halted long-distance and most local transport, though a few small vehicles continue to operate in town. Police remain on alert to prevent violence.

Protesters are demanding immediate justice for the assault of a Marma teenager. In addition to the blockade, they have announced a strike across educational institutions in the three hill districts on September 25–26.

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus met with Danilo Türk, President of Club de Madrid and former President of Slovenia, who invited him to join the global forum of democratic leaders.

Türk praised Yunus’s pioneering work in microfinance and highlighted its worldwide impact, expressing hope that Yunus would contribute to their initiatives. He said the July mass uprising in Bangladesh had astonished the world and emphasized the importance of understanding such democratic transformations globally.

Welcoming the invitation, Yunus voiced his readiness to share Bangladesh’s ongoing democratic reform experience. “We are still walking through the jungle, trying to figure out how to advance on the path to democratic transition. Our commitment to this path remains firm,” he said.

Violent clashes broke out between two rival broker groups at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) over control of ICU patient referrals and the ambulance business, leaving at least seven people injured.

The brawls erupted Wednesday night, first near the emergency department and later in front of the Class IV Employees’ Association office. Witnesses said the fight began when a member of one group attacked Nawshad, prompting a retaliatory assault by the Shahadat group.

Shahadat, accused of leading one of the groups, denied the allegations, claiming that Nawshad was first beaten by rivals near the emergency ward. The situation escalated when Dhaka International Hospital owner Anisur Rahman arrived at the scene, leading to further clashes.

Previously, Shahadat had been expelled from his position as General Secretary of Dhaka University’s JCD hall branch for alleged involvement in patient-snatching incidents.

Italy and Spain have dispatched naval vessels to escort and safeguard the Samoud Flotilla, a humanitarian convoy carrying aid to Gaza. The ships, now en route, will provide security for the flotilla and conduct rescue operations if necessary.

The move follows multiple drone strikes on the flotilla near the coasts of Tunisia and Greece, which left several aid vessels damaged. Human rights activists on board appealed for international protection, prompting Spain and Italy to step in.

The latest reports indicate the flotilla was advancing southwest of Crete. The Global Samoud Flotilla set sail from Barcelona with relief supplies for Gaza after its previous four missions were blocked by Israel. This fifth mission comprises nearly 50 vessels and includes activists from 44 countries, among them Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg.

Bangladeshi mountaineer Taufiq Ahmed Tamal has successfully scaled Mount Manaslu, the world’s eighth-highest peak at 8,163 meters, on Thursday at 4 a.m.
Tamal began his expedition on September 1 and has now added Manaslu to an impressive mountaineering career spanning 14 years. He previously summited several peaks between 5,000 and 6,500 meters, including two above 6,500 meters.
Among his achievements: the first Bangladeshi winter ascent of Tharpu Chuli, the first Bangladeshi climb of Bhagirathi-II (6,512m), and a successful expedition to Mount Ama Dablam (6,814m), one of the world’s most technically challenging peaks.
Trained at India’s prestigious Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, Tamal continues to make history for Bangladesh in the world of mountaineering.

On the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly, Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus held bilateral meetings with Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Earlier, he also met Spain’s King Felipe VI, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, UN Secretary-General António Guterres, and Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay.
Additionally, Yunus had discussions with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, World Bank President Ajay Banga, and U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor.

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has briefed U.S. President Donald Trump on Bangladesh’s upcoming national elections, scheduled for February.
Bangladesh’s Press Minister in Washington, Golam Mortuza, confirmed that President Trump inquired about the country’s political reforms and election process. Yunus extended an invitation to Trump to visit Dhaka.
During the engagements, Yunus also exchanged pleasantries with several world leaders attending events in Washington.